CUTTING THE FLITCH PANEL OFF - Classic Mini Mayfair Restoration

[@philtucker1224]

Marc. this is one of those channels where “rust” and potential “content” mean the same thing! (Plenty of both!)

[@SimpsonsClassics]

Oh yeah we arent short of rust on this channel so the content will keep coming!

[@michaelhunt2369]

Great to see what can await lurking under sealer, this poor man must shiver every time you call him, very interesting journey

[@SimpsonsClassics]

It’s make what can be covered up isn’t it. Lucky James is a good mate and knows how bad things can be. Thanks for watching buddy 👍

[@darrencottrell5541]

Fascinating as always mate. Rust is bad unless it is on your channel, time to meet your maker destroyer of metal. This will be as interesting a watch as the 89 and many before it. Cheers for bringing us on the journey Marc. James’ pride and joy couldn’t be in safer hands.

[@SimpsonsClassics]

Hey thanks for watching Darren yes this one is another rusty one for sure but I do enjoy the challenge so get going on it. First stop a big panel order to starting lining so bits back up.

[@andyfry1970]

Hi Marc, hmmm... Well, what to say?? A bit more work than expected, but no surprise really hey lol!! Nothing too scary, glad you found that bit at the footwell, covered in underseal hey! Plenty to get on with tho. Great stuff, look forward to seeing the progress on the next one! 😊

[@SimpsonsClassics]

Cheers buddy no it’s not really a massive surely they are all mini areas but was hoping this omen wouldn’t be so in depth lol. Either way we can rebuild and she will be great again some time. Thanks for watching buddy 👍

[@gimmefuelgarage8339]

How amazing to see the original pillar and dash rail in good condition! you guys really have caught that in good time. These repairs will be crucial to saving this little mini. James must feel so relieved. Its alot of work but worth every bit of effort :D Looking forard to the next installment :D

[@SimpsonsClassics]

I know I was amazed to see this in such good condition. We are currently weighting up plans and how to move forward. Thanks for watching buddy stay tuned for more. 👍

[@michaelgrigg570]

It’s interesting my 94 Mayfair has gone in exactly the same places. I’ve also recently bought a magnum flitch repair panel, with exactly the same ‘oil canning’ or popping in the panel. When the rib is pressed it must shrink in that area, causing the end of the panel to have too much material. I managed to flatten the panel by heat shrinking the area with too much material, it worked a treat. I used a small blow torch and dolly hammer to flatten the area once it had bulged up due to the heat

[@SimpsonsClassics]

That is good to know this isn’t the only one to be going in these places. Nice tip on the heating of the panel. We are currently working out what the next plan of attack is.

[@Car_and_classic_lover]

Wow! That car is certainly hiding a lot of dark secrets underneath the paint and underseal. At least it's all repairable and it will be worth it when it's finally back on the road😎👍

[@SimpsonsClassics]

Oh yes I wasn’t expecting all the bits I found on that car. Cheers for watching buddy stay tuned to see how we tackle it all. 👍

[@recreativesigns4571]

Yes strap in and let’s watch this episode.

[@SimpsonsClassics]

Enjoy buddy!

[@tbex9580]

Following this build as at a similar stage and condition...MPI 🙈 Cheers!

[@SimpsonsClassics]

Thanks! I hope you enjoy it. We did a MPI also check that series out. All the best with your build.

[@midgelambert3880]

I hope James' bank account is topped up! Lucky for him nothing seems to get you down. I don't know how you refrain from swearing on camera.:) Cheers!

[@SimpsonsClassics]

Yeah unfortunately it’s going to be an expensive one for sure. I love the challenge with things like this. You don’t get to hear the swearing during a time lapse aha

[@velmathemini]

I'll definitely use your tip on the flitch panel. Luckily my toe board isn't as bad as eve's so I'll follow your instructions 🙂🙂. I'll be interested in how you tackle the repair behind the shock absorber as mine needs doing, although the rust doesn't go all the way through like James's does. Great video 👍🏻.

[@SimpsonsClassics]

Thanks Rick really appreciate your comments. It’s time to sit back now and work out a plan of action but of course I will bring you guys along for the ride. If you check out the 89 series I have done the shock tower repair there if that helps in the meantime 👍 thank you for watching

[@velmathemini]

I've watched all the 89 series & I think I've missed it somehow. Not to worry I'll go back & have a look again 🙂🙂.

[@SimpsonsClassics]

@@velmathemini no worries I am sure I covered it. Might be wrong either way we will touch this area for sure

[@johndaly2180]

In the words of fr Ted ... Ohhh bo***x . One step forward and 2 back .. poor James when he got the pics 🤣

[@SimpsonsClassics]

I know that’s exactly how it feels currently aha oh well it can be fixed 👍

[@shaneblacklord3313]

Hi Mark You need to remove the coating on those panels anywhere you intend to weld on both sides. That coating gives of dangerous gases when you weld it otherwise. Please wear eye and breathing protection anytime you weld or grind I am in my sixties and I am on oxygen because I did not. I love your channel, please keep up the great content!

[@SimpsonsClassics]

Hey Shane I am sorry to hear that. Yes I always remove the coating of these panels it makes them far nicer to weld for sure. Thanks for watching as always 👍

[@scottb926]

Just subbed. Wish I knew your discount code for mini mine before restoring!! Spent hundreds on the store! hah

[@SimpsonsClassics]

Thanks Scott I hope you enjoy the content, Minimine are great stick with us for more discount codes buddy.

[@scottb926]

@@SimpsonsClassics I’ve been watching for ages! Had always though I’d been a sub 😅

[@SimpsonsClassics]

@@scottb926 well a massive thank you for supporting the channel buddy 👍

[@stevenlawson9591]

WHAT A MESS good luck 👍

[@SimpsonsClassics]

That’s one way of putting it aha

[@phillipplant8212]

Would you seam seal the shock mount when it's all fixed and new ?

[@SimpsonsClassics]

I don’t no I leather both faces with wax and make sure both the inner wing and new shock mount is painted etc

[@Theo-dz4oe]

Nice video 👍

[@SimpsonsClassics]

Thanks buddy 👍

[@andywhitelaw6957]

I’m sure mine will be exactly the same! Ahahahahhahaha

[@SimpsonsClassics]

I hope not but it’s a common mini area for sure just glad the door post is all good.

[@graemew7001]

Even though its not your thing, do you ever sit back at times like this and fantasise about a new shell? 😂

[@SimpsonsClassics]

Oh yeah of course lol I wouldn’t be human otherwise. She really isn’t that bad the 89 and MPI cooper were far worse

[@graemew7001]

@@SimpsonsClassics The MPI certainly shocked me, with my limited knowledge I expected it to be a step too far gone. We know my favourite but the best work/save I've seen you do is the MPI.

[@SimpsonsClassics]

@@graemew7001 thanks buddy this one will be saved don’t worry!

[@johnwalters3782]

Hi Marc, going to be a very interesting build this one. You mentioned Plusgas for rusty bolt removal but have you heard of Bulldog BDX. the guy on Cortina City swears by it as it penetrates rusty bolts & fittings that are over 40 years old, making them easily removable. Worth a look if you,re interested.

[@SimpsonsClassics]

Oh yes definitely an interesting one for sure. I haven’t heard of that stuff but I will doing some research on it for sure cheers for that and thank you for watching stay tuned for more.

[@eddiemunster74galindo46]

I'm not sure how this much rust is not considered bad. I own a 1999 Rover Mini from Germany and if it had any rust I wouldn’t have bothered buying it.

[@SimpsonsClassics]

Unfortunately minis rust it’s the design. This is a good shell, only needing common areas doing. I have saved far worse. All tbt best with yours 👍

[@MiniMattTV]

How much are full inner wings? With the shock mount and big crack maybe it’s worth it? I think they’re pretty expensive though

[@SimpsonsClassics]

They are about £350 the pair we are currently looking into costs to move forward with this one. 👍

[@MiniMattTV]

@@SimpsonsClassics oh damn! You can buy a lot of sheet metal for that!

[@SimpsonsClassics]

@@MiniMattTV exactly but we are currently making a plan of action to see what we can do.

[@RobNelson-vu8nr]

Why did they use steel. Can you imagine a mini in aluminiun? Wouldn’t that be a thing!

[@SimpsonsClassics]

Just as long as it’s not like land rovers with a aluminium skin around a steel frame aha